UNC Pembroke, Richmond Community College Launch Guaranteed Transfer Program
In a move to expand access to four-year degrees and ease the path for local students, UNC Pembroke has announced a new guaranteed transfer initiative in partnership with Richmond Community College (RCC).
Richmond Fed President Engages with Local Voices at UNCP
In a rare visit to Robeson County, the head of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond met with local business owners and community leaders to gain firsthand insight into the economic challenges facing rural America. The visit offered a “boots-on-the-ground” look at the day-to-day realities shaping small-town economies, from workforce shortages to rising costs.
Student Researchers Shine at PURC Symposium
When UNC Pembroke junior Jessie Williams began studying biology, she already had a personal mission—to better understand the disease that changed her family’s life.
UNCP, Scotland Health Care Partnership Enables Nursing Students To Gain Critical Life-Saving Skills
A new partnership between the McKenzie-Elliott School of Nursing at UNC Pembroke and Scotland Health Care System is providing nursing students with more than just classroom knowledge — it’s providing life-saving skills and a competitive edge through Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification training.
Ray Brayboy’s No. 13 Jersey Retired at UNC Pembroke
A legacy that transcends generations — UNC Pembroke honored Ray Brayboy, a trailblazing student-athlete and proud Lumbee alumnus, by retiring his iconic No. 13 basketball jersey. The emotional ceremony celebrated his contributions on and off the court, marking a historic moment in UNCP athletics and Lumbee heritage.
REACH Fellows Advocate for Humanities at National Meeting
UNC Pembroke’s REACH Fellows Skyla Miller and Sheena Holbrook, along with mentors Drs. Michele Fazio and Christopher Woolley, recently traveled to Washington, D.C. to participate in the National Humanities Alliance’s (NHA) Annual Meeting and Humanities Advocacy Day.
Dr. Shreerekha Pillai Named Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences
Dr. Shreerekha Pillai, a scholar, educator and leader with more than 30 years of experience advancing academic excellence and empowering students, has been named dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at UNC Pembroke.
Festival at Old Main Returns with Live Music, Food and Family Fun!
Get ready for a day of excitement as the Festival at Old Main returns to UNC Pembroke on April 12, 2025! This year’s event will feature a live performance by Rob Cole, a talented country artist and former contestant on Season 25 of The Voice.
Art Students Explore New York’s Iconic Museums
For four UNC Pembroke art students and their faculty mentors, a recent trip to New York City was more than just a visit — it was an immersive journey into the heart of artistic expression.
UNCP Offers Free Bioprocessing Training for Entry-Level Biomanufacturing Jobs
UNC Pembroke is offering a free, two-week bioprocessing training course to help students and community members prepare for entry-level jobs in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.